Harry L. Williamson

Mr. Harry LeRoy Williamson, age 84, of Franklin, KY, passed away on Sunday, July 21st, 2024 at 10:34 PM at the Bowling Green Nursing Home and Rehab in Bowling Green, KY.

Harry’s wishes were to be cremated; services will be private.

 Harry was born on December 20th, 1939 in Gary, IN to the late Leroy Williamson and the late Joan (Visscher) Williamson. He was preceded in death by 2 siblings, Bob Williamson and Sharon Houseworth.

 He is survived by spouse of 62 years, Marilyn (Swartz) Williamson; 3 sisters, Judy Fiss of Franklin, KY, Diane Woodis of Franklin, KY, Darlene Liles of Franklin, KY and several nieces and nephews.

 Harry was a member of the Franklin First United Methodist Church. He was owner of Southern Container Manufacturing for many years, he loved creating machines for manufacturing and he was good to his employees. He was a Kentucky Colonel. 

 In lieu of flowers, expressions of sympathy may be made to the American Cancer Society, c/o Marie Pitts, 1006 Seng Ave., Frankin, KY 42134.

 Arrangements have been entrusted to Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory in Franklin, KY. The website is www.gilbertfhonline.com. The Facebook page is Gilbert Funeral Home & Crematory, Inc. The obituary phone line is 270-586-8844.